The Edinburgh International Film Festival is set to run from 14 – 27 August this year. ‘Love the movies? Then prepare to fall in love with the Film Festival. If it’s worth watching, we’ll be showing it. You can be the first to see an amazing range of movie premieres.’

As apart of the opening weekend ceremonies, (11, 12, August) the Film Festival Under the Stars event will be kicking off the festival. The 1971 James Bond film, Diamonds Are Forever starring Sean Connery will be one of the films shown.

The opening weekend Film Festival Under the Stars event is free. Tickets for the Edinburgh International Film Festival and details for all the events can be found here.

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